1980 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series

5 CYLINDER

WDB12315012006049

Clear

Diesel

Seller notes:CAR IS IN GOOD CONDITION HAS MINOR FLAWS BUT WILL RUN AND DRIVE WITH OUT ANY ISSUES.INTERIOR IS IN GOOD CONDITION.EXTERIOR IS IS EXCELLENT CONDITION.SUN ROOF OKBRAKE OKLIGHTS OKMAY HAVE VACUUM LEAK CAUSING EFFECT DOOR LOCKSTIRES WILL HOLD AIR BUT ARE NOT NEW.STARTS AND DRIVES EVERYTIME.ONE DOCUMENTED OWNER CAR.LOW MILAGE =147K NO RUST!!!!TRUNK AND FLOORS ARE SOLID!.BRAND NEW EXHAUST JUST INSTALLED 1 WEEK AGO***UPGRADED TO TURBO FROM 1983 MODEL CAR. TURBO IS CURRENTLY INSTALLED HOWEVER ALL OF THE ORIGINAL PARTS FOR THE CAR WILL BE INCLUDED WITH THE SALE. (INTAKE ,EXHAUST MANIFOLD, AIR FILTER ASSEMBLY ETC)GREAT CAR FOR ANOTHER FELLOW ENTHUSIAST. W123 is the internal chassis-designation Mercedes-Benz used for their executive line of cars, manufactured between 1976 and 1985.The W123 models surpassed their predecessor, the W114 and W115 models, as the most successful Mercedes, selling 2.7 million cars before replacement by the W124 after 1985. The additional range of smaller Mercedes-Benz W201 models were introduced in 1982.Contents [hide] 1 Naming2 Model history3 Models (except North America and Japan)4 North America and Japan5 In popular culture6 References7 External linksNaming[edit]As usual, model names were related to engine sizes, type of engine and chassis type:C for CoupéL for Long-wheelbaseT for Touring (estate/station wagon)D for Diesel,E for Einspritzung (fuel injection)Model history[edit]Mercedes-Benz C123 (Euro-spec)Mercedes-Benz W123 saloon (Euro-spec)Mercedes-Benz W123 sedan (US)Mercedes-Benz 280TE estateMercedes-Benz 300CD Turbodiesel coupe (US-version)Mercedes Benz V123 Limo (Euro-spec)Mercedes-Benz introduced the W123 four-door versions in January, 1976.[3] While there were some technical similarities to their predecessors, the new models were larger in wheelbase and exterior dimensions. The styling was also updated, although stylistic links with the W114 / W115 were maintained. Initially, all models except 280/280E featured quad unequal-size round headlights and the latter large rectangular units. When facelifted these units became standard across the range. All W115 engines were carried over, with the 3 litre 5-cylinder diesel model being renamed from "240D 3.0" to "300D" (as it had already been called before in North American markets). The only new engine was the 250's 2,525 cc inline-six (Type M123, a short-stroke version of the 2.8 litre six Type M110) that replaced the old 2,496 cc Type M114 "six".In the spring of 1976, a coupé version was introduced on a shorter wheelbase than the saloon (2,710 mm (106.7 in) versus 2,795 mm (110.0 in)) for the saloon). This W123C/CE was available as a 230C (later 230CE) and as a 280C/CE in most markets; in North America there were additional 300CD versions with naturally aspirated, later turbocharged 3 litre diesel engines.It is a tribute to the car's instant popularity – and possibly to the caution built into the production schedules – that nine months after its introduction, a black market had developed in Germany for Mercedes-Benz W123s available for immediate delivery.[4]Customers willing to order new cars from their local authorized dealer for the recommended list price faced waiting times in excess of twelve months. Meanwhile, models that were barely used and were available almost immediately commanded a premium over the new price of around DM 5,000.[4]From August 1977, long-wheelbase versions (3,425 mm (134.8 in)) were produced. These were available as 7/8 seater saloons with works bodies or as a chassis with complete front body clip, the latter serving as the base for ambulance and hearse bodies by external suppliers like Binz or Miesen. These "Lang" versions could be ordered as 240D, 300D and 250 models.At the Frankfurt Auto Show in September, 1977 the W123T estate was introduced; the T in the model designation stood for "Touring and Transport". All engines derivative except "200TD" were available in the range. T production began in March, 1978 in Mercedes' Bremen factory.In early 1979, the diesel models power output was increased; power rose from 55 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) to 60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp) in the 200D, from 65 PS (48 kW; 64 hp) to 72 PS (53 kW; 71 hp) in the 240D and from 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) to 88 PS (65 kW; 87 hp) in the 300D; at the same time, the 220D went out of production.The first Mercedes turbo diesel production W123 appeared in September, 1979. This was the 300 TD Turbodiesel, available with automatic transmission only. In most markets, the turbocharged 5-cylinder 3 litre diesel engine (Type OM617) was offered only in the T body style, while in North America it was also available in saloon and coupé guises.June 1980 saw the introduction of new 4-cylinder petrol engines (Type M102). A new 2 litre four with shorter stroke replaced the old M115, a fuel-injected 2.3 litre version of this engine (in 230E/TE/CE) the old carbureted 230. Both engines were more powerful than their predecessors.In 1980/81 the carbureted 280 versions went out of production; the fuel-injected 280E continued to be offered.In September, 1982, all models received a mild facelift. The rectangular headlights, previously fitted only to the 280/280E, were standardized across the board, as was power steering. Since February, 1982, an optional 5-speed manual transmission was available in all models (except 300 TD).W123 production ended in January, 1986 with 63 T-models rolling out. Most popular single models were the 240D (455,000 built), the 230E (442,000 built) and the 200D (378,000 built).W123 introduced innovations including ABS (optional from August, 1980), a retractable steering column and an airbag for the driver (optional from 1982).Available options included MB-Tex (Mercedes-Benz Texturized Punctured Vinyl) upholstery or velour or leather upholstery, interior wood trim, passenger side exterior mirror (standard on T models), 5-speed manual transmission (European market only), 4-speed automatic transmission (standard in turbodiesel models), power windows with rear-seat switch cut-outs, vacuum powered central locking, rear-facing extra seats (station wagon only), Standheizung (prestart timer-controlled engine heating), self-locking differential, sun roof, air conditioning, climate control, "Alpine" horn (selectable quieter horn), headlamp wipers (European market only), Tempomat (cruise control), power steering (standard after 1982/08), seat heating, catalytic converter (available from 1984 for California only, from fall (autumn) 1984 also in Germany for the 230E of which one thousand were built).Power (vacuum servo) assisted disc brakes were standard on all W123s.Models (except North America and Japan)[edit]Chassis codeYearsModelEnginePowerTorqueW123.0201976–19812002.0 L M115 I494 PS (69 kW; 93 hp) @ 4800158 N·m (117 lb·ft) @ 3000W123.2201979–19852002.0 L M102 I4109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 5200170 N·m (125 lb·ft) @ 3000W123.2801980–1985200T2.0 L M102 I4109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 5200170 N·m (125 lb·ft) @ 3000W123.1201976–1979200D2.0 L OM615 I4Diesel55 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) @ 4200113 N·m (83 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1201979–1985200D2.0 L OM615 I4Diesel60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp) @ 4400113 N·m (83 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1261976–1979220D2.2 L OM615 I4Diesel60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp) @ 4200125 N·m (92 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.0231975–19812302.3 L M115 I4109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 4800185 N·m (136 lb·ft) @ 3000W123.2231979–1985230E2.3 L M102 I4136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 5100201 N·m (148 lb·ft) @ 3500W123.0431977–1980230C2.3 L M115 I4109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 4800185 N·m (136 lb·ft) @ 3000W123.2431980–1985230CE2.3 L M102 I4136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 5100201 N·m (148 lb·ft) @ 3500W123.0831978–1980230T2.3 L M115 I4109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp) @ 4800185 N·m (136 lb·ft) @ 3000W123.2831980–1985230TE2.3 L M102 I4136 PS (100 kW; 134 hp) @ 5100201 N·m (148 lb·ft) @ 3500W123.1231976–1985240D2.4 L OM616 I4Diesel65 PS (48 kW; 64 hp) @ 4200 from 02/79 72 PS (53 kW; 71 hp) @ 4400137 N·m (101 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1251977–1985240TD Estate Wagon2.4 L OM616 I4Diesel65 PS (48 kW; 64 hp) @ 4200 from 02/79 72 PS (53 kW; 71 hp) @ 4400137 N·m (101 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1831978–1986240D2.4 L OM616 I4Diesel65 PS (48 kW; 64 hp) @ 4200 from 02/79 72 PS (53 kW; 71 hp) @ 4400137 N·m (101 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.0261975–19852502.5 L M123 I6129 PS (95 kW; 127 hp) @ 5500 from 09/79 140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) @ 5500192 N·m (142 lb·ft) @ 3500 from 09/79 196 N·m (145 lb·ft) @ 3500W123.0281977–1985250 LWB2.5 L M123 I6129 PS (95 kW; 127 hp) @ 5500 from 09/79 140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) @ 5500192 N·m (142 lb·ft) @ 3500 from 09/79 196 N·m (145 lb·ft) @ 3500W123.0861978–19852502.5 L M123 I6140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) @ 5500 from 09/79 140 PS (100 kW; 140 hp) @ 5500192 N·m (142 lb·ft) @ 3500 from 09/79 196 N·m (145 lb·ft) @ 3500W123.0301975–19812802.8 L M110 I6156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp) @ 5500222 N·m (164 lb·ft) @ 4000W123.0331975–1985280E2.8 L M110 I6177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp) @ 6000 from 1978 185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) @ 5800229 N·m (169 lb·ft) @ 4500 from 09/79 235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @ 4500W123.0501977–1980280C2.8 L M110 I6156 PS (115 kW; 154 hp) @ 5500222 N·m (164 lb·ft) @ 4000W123.0531977–1985280CE2.8 L M110 I6177 PS (130 kW; 175 hp) @ 6000 from 1978 185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) @ 5800229 N·m (169 lb·ft) @ 4500 from 09/79 235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @ 4500W123.0931978–1985280TE2.8 L M110 I6185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) @ 6000 from 1978 185 PS (136 kW; 182 hp) @ 5800229 N·m (169 lb·ft) @ 4500 from 09/79 235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @ 4500W123.1301976–1985300D3.0 L OM617 I5Diesel80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) @ 4000 from 09/79 88 PS (65 kW; 87 hp) @ 4400169 N·m (125 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1321977–1985300D LWB3.0 L OM617 I5Diesel80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) @ 4000 from 09/79 88 PS (65 kW; 87 hp) @ 4400169 N·m (125 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1331981–1985300D Turbo3.0 L OM617a I5Diesel125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) @ 4350245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1501977–1981300CD3.0 L OM617 I5Diesel80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) @ 4000 from 09/79 88 PS (65 kW; 87 hp) @ 4400169 N·m (125 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1531981–1985300CD Turbo3.0 L OM617a I5Diesel125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) @ 4350245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1901978–1985300TD3.0 L OM617 I5Diesel80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) @ 4000 from 09/79 88 PS (65 kW; 87 hp) @ 4400169 N·m (125 lb·ft) @ 2400W123.1931980–1985300TD Turbo3.0 L OM617a I5Diesel125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) @ 4350245 N·m (181 lb·ft) @ 2400North America and Japan[edit]In these markets the following models were offered:[5]ModelYearsEnginePowerTorque230MY 1977–1978M11593.0 hp (69 kW) @ 4800125 lb·ft (169 N·m) @ 2500240DMY 1977–1983OM616.91262 hp (46 kW) @ 4000 from MY 1981 67 hp (50 kW) @ 400097 lb·ft (132 N·m) @ 2400280EMY 1977–1981M110142 hp (106 kW) @ 5750 from MY 1980: 140 hp (104 kW) @ 5500149 lb·ft (202 N·m) @ 4600 from MY 1980: 145 lb·ft (197 N·m) @ 4600280CEMY 1978–1981M110142 hp (106 kW) @ 5750 from MY 1980: 140 hp (104 kW) @ 5500149 lb·ft (202 N·m) @ 4600 from MY 1980: 145 lb·ft (197 N·m) @ 4600300DMY 1977–1981OM617.91277 hp (57 kW) @ 4000 from MY 1981: 83 hp (62 kW) @ 4200115 lb·ft (156 N·m) @ 2400 from MY 1981: 120 lb·ft (163 N·m) @ 2400300CDMY 1978–1981OM617.91277 hp (57 kW) @ 4000 from MY 1981: 83 hp (62 kW) @ 4200115 lb·ft (156 N·m) @ 2400 from MY 1981: 120 lb·ft (163 N·m) @ 2400300TD MY 1979–1980OM617.91277 hp (57 kW) @ 4000115 lb·ft (156 N·m) @ 2400300TD Turbo MY 1981–1985OM617.952125 hp (93 kW) @ 4350181 lb·ft (245 N·m) @ 2400300D MY 1981–1985OM617.952125 hp (93 kW) @ 4350181 lb·ft (245 N·m) @ 2400300CD MY 1981–1985OM617.952125 hp (93 kW) @ 4350181 lb·ft (245 N·m) @ 2400The North American W123s differ from the European W123s due to United States Department of Transportation requirements.Notable exterior differences included:Larger bumpersRound, sealed-beam headlights/fog lamps. Early cars were delivered with clear fog lamps through to model year 1979, later units with yellowLocation of ID-tag on A-pillarEmission control devicesIn popular culture[edit]A beige sedan based on the W123 line is the vehicle of choice for Porky Pig in The Looney Tunes Show. This model is used as a taxi in most Arab countries (middle east) and in Malaysia it is used in rural areas Kampung. James May also drove one in the Top Gear Botswana Special.References[edit]Jump up^ Oswald, Werner (2001). Deutsche Autos 1945–1990, vol.3. Stuttgart: Motorbuch Verlag. p. 99. ISBN 3-613-02131-5.^ Jump up to:a b c "Autotest: Mercedes-Benz 200". Autocar. 149 (nbr 4271): Pages 26–31. 16 September 1978.Jump up^ All dates in this paragraph according to: Oswald, Werner (2001). Deutsche Autos 1945–1990, vol. 3. Stuttgart: Motorbuch Verlag. pp. 96–111. ISBN 3-613-02131-5.^ Jump up to:a b Richarz, Hans-Robert (1976-09-01). "Sterntaler: Mercedes-Wagen zu Schwarzmarktpreisen" [Star dollars: Mercedes cars at black market prices]. Auto, Motor und Sport (in German) (18): 8–9.Jump up^ Mike Covello: Standard Catalog of Imported Cars 1946–2002. Krause Publications, Iola 2002, ISBN 0-87341-605-8, p. 539-43.On Apr-28-14 at 22:00:38 PDT, seller added the following information: Additional notes: I've received a lot of questions regarding the this vehicle.Does the car have AC?The car does have the factory AC. It does work. Does the car have the factory radio?No but a radio is included. Does the car have the owner manuals?Yes the car has the owners manual. Does the car drive and shift fine?Yes the car drives fine. I just had the transmission filter replacedCan drives as expected for an 35 year old car. Does the car have typical w123 any rust?No rust. floors are sold. No quarter issues. Body is in excellent condition. Would you feel comfortable driving the car 1200 miles?Althought the car is mechanically sound and driving with out issues it's still A 35 year old car. Besides I wouldn't drive my 2014 jaguar that far... The answer isNo. Shipping will be less than your fuel charges. Will you help with shipping ?Depends of the final sale price but It's certainly not out of the question.